Indiana 30, Ball State 20: Three things

Marc Lebryk-USA TODAY SportsIn a complete 180 from last week, the Hoosiers were in control for three quarters but lost all momentum in the 4th quarter before holding on to beat Ball State 30-20.

You knew better. You knew Indiana wouldn’t play an entire game without making you wonder, doubt.

In 2016’s home opener, the Hoosiers started fast and had success through the entirety of the first three quarters. But it’s hard to feel great about the early-evening developments at Memorial Stadium.

So, what three things stood out today?

Indiana’s defense was a positive for the second week in a row.

Tom Allen’s defense may have given up more yards than you’d like to see against a far-lesser opponent (353…